Windows 11

Launched in October 2021, Windows 11 started a new era as the latest version of Microsoft's official operating system, pre-loaded onto the best laptops and sold separately for custom-built desktop PCs. It continues to receive significant updates, like Windows 11 version 24H2, which is loaded with new features and supports modern hardware like Neural Processing Units (NPUs) to handle local Artificial Intelligence (AI) computing tasks offered by Microsoft Copilot and third-party apps.
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Windows Central Podcast: Could we see the future of Windows and Copilot next month?
By Zac Bowden published
Podcast Daniel and Zac discuss Microsoft's big April 4th event, speculate on what could be announced, and talk the latest on Windows 11 and Xbox Project Kennan.

Microsoft is about to improve marking up images in Snipping Tool and infuse Notepad with AI
By Sean Endicott published
Apps Windows 11's Snipping Tool will soon improve marking up photos with a new Drag & Hold feature.

Windows 11’s new gamepad keyboard is perfect for handheld gaming
By Sean Endicott published
Windows Windows 11 is about to get a new gamepad keyboard, making it easier to type with a controller. With rumors of an Xbox handheld on the way, the feature could arrive at the perfect time.

This OLED laptop with Copilot+ is down to $499(!)
By Cale Hunt published
Deals Windows 10 support is soon ending, and you might be looking for an affordable Windows 11 PC. I found an OLED Copilot+ laptop that's down to just $499 for a limited time.

Getting started with the DISMTools app for Windows 11 and 10
By Mauro Huculak published
How-to DISMTools is a free and open-source GUI designed to make it easier to use the DISM command-line tool on Windows 11 (and 10), and here's how to get started.

Windows 11's latest update improves security and adds multi-app camera support
By Sean Endicott published
Windows 11 This month's Windows 11 Patch Tuesday update brings important security fixes and features, including one that lets multiple apps access the same camera stream at once.

How to mount ISO images on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Windows On Windows 11 and 10, you can mount and dismount an ISO file on File Explorer through commands using PowerShell, and in this guide, I'll explain how to do this.

How to set up a new PC with Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
How-to If you have a a new computer with an empty hard drive, then you can use these steps to correctly install Windows 11.
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